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National Museum of Scotland
National museum covering science, design, world cultures and Scottish history. Excellent for varied collections and a dramatic central hall.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£195
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£365
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
6 h 24 m
Trains on 18 Sept
14
Distance
516 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pangbourne to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pangbourne to Edinburgh will cost around £365 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £195.
To travel from Pangbourne to Edinburgh you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pangbourne to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £372 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £372, while a train costs an average of £372.
Distance: 516 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£372 Average Price Cheapest | £103 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 20m Average total duration Fastest 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 1h 5m sooner (5h 50m by train vs 6h 55m by car). Tickets start at around £372 compared to roughly £103 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Pangbourne to Edinburgh trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:25 Pangbourne | 6h55 | 12:20 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 6:36 Pangbourne | 7h34 | 14:10 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:59 Pangbourne | 6h20 | 14:19 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:52 Pangbourne | 7h15 | 16:07 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:59 Pangbourne | 6h19 | 16:18 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:49 Pangbourne | 7h20 | 18:09 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:49 Pangbourne | 6h31 | 18:20 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:52 Pangbourne | 7h13 | 20:05 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:02 Pangbourne | 6h22 | 20:24 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:51 Pangbourne | 7h23 | 22:14 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:52 Pangbourne | 6h29 | 22:21 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 20:22 Pangbourne | 13h19 | 9:41 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 20:53 Pangbourne | 6h54 | 3:47 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Pangbourne to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £195 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:30, the last at 10:11. The fastest train covers the 516 km distance in 6h 19m.
Distance 516 km |
Average train duration 5h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £195 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 19m |
First train 8:30 |
Last train 10:11 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
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National museum covering science, design, world cultures and Scottish history. Excellent for varied collections and a dramatic central hall.
Major art gallery with Scottish and international works from the Renaissance to the late nineteenth century, beside Princes Street Gardens.
Contemporary art gallery in a converted schoolhouse, known for thoughtful exhibitions by Scottish and international artists near the Royal Mile.
Historic street linking the castle and Holyroodhouse, lined with closes, shops and public buildings. Ideal for first-time visitors on foot.
Extinct volcano with popular walking routes and broad views over the city and coast. A rewarding outdoor escape close to the centre.
Large public gardens below the castle, good for a break between Old and New Town sights, with monuments, lawns and seasonal planting.
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions, closely associated with east coast cooking and widely enjoyed in Edinburgh.
Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of sheep’s offal, oats and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties at Burns suppers.
A classic Scottish dessert of raspberries, whipped cream, honey and toasted oats, often linked with soft fruit from eastern Scotland.
Elegant dining room serving refined Scottish tasting menus focused on seasonal produce in a calm central setting.
Popular traditional restaurant near the Castle, specialising in haggis, game and hearty Scottish comfort food.
Stylish brasserie and oyster bar with Scottish seafood, shellfish and classic dishes in a grand city-centre space.
Moderate for the UK. Rooms and dining are pricier in peak season, but buses are affordable and budget eats are easy to find.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés and pubs usually do not expect tips.
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Edinburgh Waverley -> Princes Street, Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pangbourne to Edinburgh by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Pangbourne to Edinburgh trains use the Pangbourne to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Pangbourne and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pangbourne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Pangbourne.
Wi-Fi is available at Pangbourne.
Ticket office support is available at Pangbourne.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pangbourne: Parking, WC.
Available at Pangbourne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pangbourne: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.”- This station has step free access to the Reading bound platform however Didcot bound can only be accessed via subway and stairs, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The public phone is not accessible at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please call our free help line for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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